Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Home Health

Elara Caring is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide skilled nursing care to patients in their homes. As an LPN, you will work collaboratively with Registered Nurses and physicians to deliver high-quality care according to established plans of care, helping patients achieve their health goals while preventing unnecessary hospitalizations and emergency room visits.

Clinical Setting

You will provide home health nursing services to patients in the Hammond area, visiting patients in their preferred home settings. This role requires 50% travel to patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Verify the Plan of Care prior to each visit and provide care according to RN delegation, physician orders, assessment data, and established standards
• Incorporate patient care goals into nursing visits and document findings in skilled nursing notes
• Communicate significant findings, problems, and changes in patient condition or environment to the RN Case Manager, physician, clinical supervisor, and other care team members
• Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, and physician
• Implement patient safety plans using patient, family, and community resources
• Assist patients in learning appropriate self-care techniques
• Suggest revisions to the plan of care in response to identified patient care issues
• Provide services requiring substantial and specialized nursing skills under RN or physician direction
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager during business hours for advice, assistance, and instructions
• Document medication regimens and update medication profiles according to established procedures
• Treat patients, caregivers, and agency personnel with professionalism and respect
• Implement actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits
• Provide positive, supportive communication to physicians, patients, families, and agency personnel

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Certificate, Diploma, or Associate School of Nursing
• Current State License as a Licensed Vocational Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse
• One year of experience in a clinical care setting
• Valid driver's license and insurance with reliable transportation to perform job tasks
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a hospice or home health environment

Schedule and Employment Type

This is a full-time position. Part-time and PRN opportunities may also be available in the Hammond area.

Compensation and Benefits

• $3,000 sign-on bonus for full-time opportunities
• Competitive compensation package
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family and pet bereavement
• Opportunities for advancement

Reporting Structure

You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.